Fork Road

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"Fork Road" is a first-person atmospheric game, where you must escape confined spaces by observing the environment and using new gameplay methods. With simple controls, you'll interact with your surroundings and solve puzzles to advance through each level, choosing one of two paths to find the correct escape route. The game contains horror elements and is recommended for experienced players. Playtime averages 45-60 minutes, with potential for replay to discover all elements.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

76%

Audience ScoreBased on 170 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

optimization4 negative mentions

The game is a fun and humorous experience, with enjoyable puzzles and jump scares that keep players engaged.
It offers multiple endings and replayability, making it a delightful short horror game to play with friends or stream.
The developers have created a unique and entertaining concept that plays with player emotions, making it a memorable experience.

The game is very short, lasting only about 45-60 minutes, and lacks significant replay value once completed.
Many players found the jump scares to be cheap and not genuinely scary, leading to disappointment for those seeking true horror.
The game suffers from optimization issues, with some players experiencing low frame rates and graphical glitches.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The gameplay is characterized by its simplicity, focusing on reading messages, interacting with the environment, and making choices based on the narrator's questions. While the mechanics are praised for their charm and the detailed visuals, some players feel that the humor and cleverness of the gameplay do not always align, leading to a less engaging experience. Additionally, technical issues such as glitches on larger screens have been noted.
- “Fork Road is a first-person horror game that bases its charm on its main playable mechanic: trying to choose the right path depending on the answer to the question asked by the narrator.”
- “Although they are different games, their gameplay premise is the same: you have to look carefully at the scenery to find the solution.”
- “The gameplay is very simple: we have to read the messages in the game, interact with the environment, and choose between two answers.”
- “Fork Road is a first-person 'horror' game that bases its charm on its main playable mechanic: trying to choose the right path depending on the answer to the question asked by the narrator.”
- “These didn't disturb my gameplay too much, but on a larger screen (32 inches), it became quite glitchy.”
humor
14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with many players finding it hilarious and enjoyable, particularly in how it complements the jump scares. Reviewers noted that the developers' enthusiasm is evident, contributing to the overall comedic experience, although some felt that the humor could fall flat without clever gameplay to support it. Overall, the combination of humor and jump scares creates a fun and entertaining atmosphere.
- “Hilarious short horror game!”
- “The jump scares in this game had me laughing so hard.”
- “I loved the humor and the jump scares were good.”
optimization
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant optimization issues, forcing players to run it on low-quality settings to avoid performance struggles. Overall, the optimization is described as terrible, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The optimization is terrible.”
- “It is very poorly optimized to the point I could only play on low quality or else my computer struggled.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, but some users have reported minor graphical issues, such as white lines appearing on the side of the screen during certain actions like turning or opening doors.
- “Although there are some small graphical issues, when you turn or open a door, some white lines appear on the side of the screen (you can see it in the video).”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic commitment akin to having a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the game evokes a sense of vulnerability and introspection, leading to feelings of humility and self-reflection in a positive manner. This emotional engagement is seen as a strength, enhancing the overall experience.
- “Made me feel stupid in the best kind of way.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The game has limited replayability due to its short length, as players can quickly solve all the rooms, leaving little incentive to play again.
- “It is very short, and once you have solved all the rooms, it is not replayable.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users have reported encountering stability issues, specifically mentioning recurring white glitches that affect gameplay.
- “However, I did encounter some issues with white glitches.”